Botanical Name:  Pogostemon Patchouli

Family:   Labiatae

Note: Base

Method of extraction: Distillation

Blends with: The strong, exotic perfume of patchouli blends well with bergamot, clary sage, frankincense, myrrh, geranium, ginger, lemongrass, neroli, rosewood, rose, sandalwood, and ylang ylang

Effects on the mind

Popular in the 1960s possibly due to its ability to instill peace, calm and love while at the same time helping to clarify problems.

Effects on the body

• Patchouli curbs the appetite and is useful for those who are trying to lose weight

• Useful for relieving both constipation and diarrhea and is indicated for irritable bowel syndrome.  It aids tone to the colon.  Beneficial for relieving fluid retention and feelings of bloated ness

• Recommended for mature skins and also for scar tissue since it encourages the regeneration of skin cells.  Heals chapped and cracked skin while soothing skin redness.  Patchouli also tones up loose skin after dieting.  Fungal infections such as athlete's foot and allergies like eczema can also improve.

Effects on the spirit

Exerts a grounding and balancing effect on the chakras

Color: Deep Golden Brown

Consistency: Medium – Thick

Perfumery Note: Base

Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium

Aromatic Description: Rich, earthy, woody aroma with a nearly hidden fruity note.

Possible Uses: Acne, athlete's foot, chapped skin, dermatitis, eczema, fatigue, frigidity, hair care, insect repellant, mature skin, oily skin, stress.

Constituents: Patchoulol, Esters, Beta-Caryophyllene

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